American and Irish cuisine is the specialty at this sports
bar, which claims to be the home of the “Best Reuben
Sandwich in WNY.” A restaurant and pub, J.P.’s also offers
banquets. Hours: M–Sa, 11am-4am; Su, noon–4am.

Jake, The

3020 Delaware Ave., Kenmore

Open for breakfast and lunch serving tradtional American
fare and an assortment of coffees and teas. Hours: daily,
4pm–2am.    $$

Jake’s Cafe

250 Delaware Ave., Buffalo; 290-0600

The former Papa Jake’s relocated to this spot in the Village of
Kenmore in summer 2015. The restaurant’s reputation for a
solid fish fry and other pub classics followed it, even though
it has a new name. Hours: M–F, 7am–3pm.   $$

Burgers are the ultimate comfort food. We bring family
and friends together by creating the best burgers and fun
experience. New expanded space with more seating, plus patio
and healthy option menu additions. Hours: M–Th, 11am-9pm;

A scratchmade bakery located in an adapted barn-like
building is the easiest way to describe Elm St., but not
the most accurate. Care with sourcing and preparation is
the hallmark of this popular eatery, which features casual
lunch and brunch offerings, delicious dinner fare, and a
solid beer and wine list. Hours:Tu–F, 7am–9pm; Sa, 8am–
9pm; Su, 9am–2pm.     $$

Crazy Jake’s features lunch, dinner, and late-night fare.
Have a drink on the patio or around the fireplace in the
expansive courtyard. Live music Th–Sa nights; Happy
Hour every day, 3–7pm. Hours: Su–Th, 11am–2am; F–
Sa, 11am–3am.   $$

Creekview Restaurant

5629 Main St., Williamsville; 632-9373

Historic local favorite overlooks Ellicott Creek Falls.

Hours: M–Th, 11:30am–10:30pm; F–Sa, 11:30am–

11pm; Su, noon–9pm.    $$

Dapper Goose, The

491 Amherst St.; 551-0716

New American bar focusing on a local and seasonally-inspired menu. Hours: Tu–Sa, Su, 11am–4pm   